Faith on the Frontlines – the IDF’s spiritual revolution
Military rabbis reported unprecedented numbers of soldiers—many who had never worn tefillin before—asking to put them on before battle.
Military rabbis reported unprecedented numbers of soldiers—many who had never worn tefillin before—asking to put them on before battle.
‘We must remain constantly alert and ready for decisive action,’ Zamir said.
Zamir met on Friday at the Pentagon with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, highlighting the senior and operational nature of the talks.
Israeli intelligence believes that Hezbollah could be ordered by Tehran to open a northern front if Iran comes under attack.
‘We will not allow the Hamas terrorist organization to rebuild its power or threaten us again.’
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said the IDF has crushed Hamas’s frontline forces, secured a new defensive line in Gaza, and is fully committed to permanently disarming Hamas and ensuring Israel never returns to the reality of October 7.
Zamir noted that the fighters operate at the heart of IDF activity, defending the people of Israel, the Land of Israel, and Jewish tradition while maintaining a Haredi lifestyle.
Israeli intelligence discovered that Tabatabai was meeting with four aides – but only for a short time.
‘We are acting continuously to thwart terrorism and its infrastructure,’ Zamir said, adding that the IDF will bolster security for communities throughout the region.
In the ‘Magen Oz’ exercise, IDF forces across all branches test their readiness for a range of intense scenarios, sharpening command response, defense and attack coordination, and rapid reaction to emerging threats.
‘Today we saw engagement, determination, and professional conduct, exactly as we expect and train for in the IDF.’
‘If required, we must be prepared for a rapid transition to a broad offensive to seize additional areas beyond the yellow line.’
Intelligence assessments indicate that Hamas is exploiting the ceasefire to rebuild its tunnel network and rearm with more missiles.
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met with the U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Kain to review regional threats, including Gaza, and reinforce the strategic partnership between the Israeli and U.S. militaries.
Analysts suggest it may take Iran over a decade to rebuild its compromised infrastructure.
‘We must now strengthen the foundations and routines, care for our people and their families, and prepare for the upcoming challenges that exist across all fronts.’
The Chief of Staff expressed his appreciation for the soldiers’ great dedication.
Israeli forces continue to strike Hamas targets in the Gaza City area ahead of the ground invasion, with the IDF stating on Wednesday that more than 360 targets were attacked by dozens of aircraft in three waves.
Eight people were arrested for disrupting public order and causing damage to public and private property, the Israel Police announced.
He also praised reservists preparing to redeploy this week as operations continue in Gaza City, stressing their role in sustaining Israel’s defense.
